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South Africa has signed multiple agreements with neighbouring countries to establish and develop transfrontier conservation areas, such as the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Lubombo Transfrontier Conservation Area, Maloti-Drakensberg Transfrontier Conservation Area, and the Greater Mapungubwe Transfrontier Park.
- Who it is for:
- neighbouring country governments, conservation NGOs, regional development bodies
- How to act on it:
- Coordinated through official bilateral agreements; no public application process described
A Memorandum of Agreement was signed between the Department of Environmental Affairs, the NW DOME Landowners Association, and The Dome Meteorite Park to establish a management authority for the site.
- Who it is for:
- landowners, local communities, environmental authorities
- How to act on it:
- Governed by the signing parties; no public access route described
The Biodiversity Offset Agreement between DEA, SANParks, and Coal of Africa aims to ensure the integrity of the Mapungubwe World Heritage Site through collaborative conservation efforts, including mitigation of environmental impacts from mining activities.
- Who it is for:
- mining companies, conservation bodies, government departments
- How to act on it:
- Implementation is managed by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment in partnership with SANParks and Coal of Africa; no public application route is stated
South Africa and China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in the field of environmental management, supporting joint initiatives in sustainable development and environmental protection.
- Who it is for:
- Chinese government agencies, environmental institutions, joint project developers
- How to act on it:
- Through official diplomatic and environmental coordination channels; no public application process detailed
The Department has published the National Elephant Heritage Strategy for public review and comment. The strategy outlines long-term goals for elephant conservation and heritage management across South Africa.
- Who it is for:
- conservationists, researchers, environmental organisations, the general public
- How to act on it:
- Review the strategy document and submit comments via the official channels provided by the DFFE.
New regulations allowing exemptions from certain waste management requirements have been published. They are open for public comment before finalisation.
- Who it is for:
- waste management companies, industry operators, environmental regulators
- How to act on it:
- Read the draft regulations and submit comments via the official DFFE platform.
A new biodiversity management plan for both black and white rhinoceros populations in South Africa has been published. It sets out strategies for conservation, monitoring, and population management over the next decade.
- Who it is for:
- conservation authorities, wildlife managers, researchers, protected area operators
- How to act on it:
- Review the plan and use it as a reference for conservation activities.
The revised biodiversity management plan for Pelargonium Sidoides, a threatened medicinal plant, has been published. It guides conservation efforts and sustainable harvesting.
- Who it is for:
- botanists, conservationists, herbal medicine producers, government agencies
- How to act on it:
- Use the plan as a guide for conservation and harvesting practices.
The Department has published draft regulations aimed at controlling dust emissions from industrial and construction activities. These regulations are open for public comment.
- Who it is for:
- industry operators, environmental consultants, local authorities, public health officials
- How to act on it:
- Access the draft regulations and submit feedback via the official DFFE portal.
The Department is releasing the 10th National Greenhouse Gas Inventory for public comment. This document provides data on national emissions and is open for feedback from experts and interested parties.
- Who it is for:
- climate scientists, environmental researchers, policy analysts, government agencies
- How to act on it:
- Access the inventory report and provide comments through the official submission process.
The Vaal Triangle Air-Shed has been expanded and amended. The revised boundary and designation are now open for public comment.
- Who it is for:
- residents, industries, environmental groups in the Vaal Triangle region
- How to act on it:
- Review the updated air-shed map and submit comments through the DFFE process.
A consolidated version of environmental implementation and management plans has been published, integrating multiple frameworks into one comprehensive document.
- Who it is for:
- government departments, environmental officers, project developers
- How to act on it:
- Access and use the consolidated plan as a reference for compliance and planning.